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What does the number 12,500 next to a contour line represent on a topographic map?
What does the number 12,500 next to a contour line represent on a topographic map?
- Weather conditions
- Distance from the sea
- Elevation above sea level (correct)
- Population density
In topography, what does it indicate when contour lines are very close together?
In topography, what does it indicate when contour lines are very close together?
- Wide area
- Flat region
- Lowland area
- Steep region (correct)
How can you distinguish between a mountainous region and a flat area on a topographic map?
How can you distinguish between a mountainous region and a flat area on a topographic map?
- By the thickness of the paper
- By the colors used on the map
- By the symbols representing landmarks
- By the closeness of contour lines (correct)
If you observe contour lines that are spread far apart, what type of area does this likely represent?
If you observe contour lines that are spread far apart, what type of area does this likely represent?
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Why is it important to have a topographic map when visiting mountainous regions?
Why is it important to have a topographic map when visiting mountainous regions?
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